Bartleby, the Scrivener

Released: May 19, 2014
Length: 1 hr 40 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Saland Publishing

This short story by Melville focuses on an employee of a Wall Street law firm who adopts a refusal to participate in certain tasks, highlighting themes of individual resistance. The narrative explores the character’s attitude and choices within a corporate setting, offering a thought-provoking glance at personal dilemma and societal expectations.

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